What age groups are emotions and behavior management materials appropriate for?
Our emotions and behavior materials support children from birth through elementary grades. Explore options for infants, toddlers, PreK, and grades K through 6. Board books with simple feelings vocabulary work well for babies and toddlers, while manipulatives and breathing boards help PreK and kindergarten children practice self-regulation skills.
How do I choose between board books and other formats for teaching emotions?
Board books are perfect for infants, toddlers, and PreK classrooms because they are durable and safe for mouthing. Our collection includes board books and softcover options with laminated pages.
Are there bilingual options for teaching emotions and behavior skills?
Yes, we carry materials in English, Spanish, and bilingual formats (English and Spanish). Bilingual books and resources help you support dual language learners and create inclusive classrooms where all families can engage with social-emotional learning conversations at home. Explore a variety of language options to match your classroom needs.
What materials help children practice self-regulation and calming techniques?
Our wooden breathing boards guide children through calming breathing patterns by tracing smooth routed paths with their fingers. Soft seating like hammock
chairs and plush pillows create cozy calm-down corners. These tactile and sensory tools help children develop mindfulness, manage big feelings, and practice waiting skills in developmentally appropriate ways.
Which products include activity guides or lesson ideas for teachers?
Many of our emotions and behavior kits come with activity guides that offer discussion prompts, extension activities, and classroom management strategies. When browsing, you can explore options that include activity guides to help you integrate social-emotional learning into circle time, small groups, and transitions throughout your day.
What are the best materials for teaching specific behaviors like sharing or using kind words?
Our Best Behavior board book series from Free Spirit Publishing addresses specific challenges like hitting, biting, yelling, and sharing. Each book uses positive language and real-life scenarios to teach alternatives.
Excellerations emotion blocks and manipulatives let children match feelings and explore appropriate responses through hands-on play.
Are these materials safe and non-toxic for classroom use?
Safety is central to everything we offer. Our wooden manipulatives, plush dolls, and tactile tools are designed for daily classroom use with age-appropriate sizing and durable construction. Board books feature laminated pages that stand up to repeated reading.
Can I find emotions materials in different package quantities for my classroom size?
Yes, you can explore a variety of package quantities to fit your classroom and budget. Options include individual items, 2-packs, 3-packs, 4-packs, 5-packs, 6-packs, 8-packs, and even 36-packs for larger centers or multi-classroom orders. This flexibility helps you stock calm-down areas, rotate materials, or share resources across learning spaces.
